Homemade Fireball Whiskey Caramels Recipe
Enjoy rich, homemade Fireball Whiskey Caramels that combine the sweetness of brown sugar and creamy condensed milk with the spicy warmth of Fireball cinnamon whiskey. These soft, melt-in-your-mouth caramels are perfect for gifting or indulging yourself with a boozy twist on a classic treat.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 3 hours 25 minutes
- Yield: Approximately 64 one-inch caramel squares 1x
- Category: Candy
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
Caramel Ingredients
- 16 ounces brown sugar (use a one-pound box or 2¼ packed cups)
- 14 ounce can sweetened condensed milk
- 1 cup corn syrup
- 1 cup butter
- ½ teaspoon salt
- ⅓ cup Fireball whiskey
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Instructions
- Prepare the pan. Line a 9×9 or 8×8 baking pan with parchment paper, ensuring the edges extend slightly over the sides for easy removal. Set aside.
- Combine the ingredients. In a 3-quart, heavy-bottomed saucepan, place the butter, brown sugar, corn syrup, sweetened condensed milk, Fireball whiskey, and salt.
- Cook the mixture. Bring the mixture to a boil over medium heat. Allow it to cook without stirring until a candy thermometer reads 246°F (firm ball stage). This cooking stage will take about 10-15 minutes, and you’ll notice the mixture darkening as it cooks. If using a stainless steel pan, keep the heat lower and swirl the pan occasionally to avoid burning.
- Add vanilla. Once the mixture reaches 246°F, promptly remove it from the heat. Add the vanilla extract and stir until the caramel is smooth and no longer bubbling—this should take less than a minute.
- Pour. Immediately pour the hot caramel into the prepared baking pan, smoothing it out evenly.
- Let it cool. Allow the caramel to cool completely at room temperature without disturbing it. This takes about 2 to 4 hours and ensures a smooth surface.
- Cut and wrap. Once cooled, use a buttered knife to cut the caramel into one-inch squares. For uniform pieces, lightly mark the caramel beforehand with a ruler. Wrap each piece in wax paper to prevent sticking. Store at room temperature for up to two weeks.
Notes
- Use a candy thermometer for precise temperature control to achieve the perfect caramel texture.
- Swirling the pan gently instead of stirring prevents crystallization and burning.
- Wrapping caramels individually in wax paper helps keep them fresh and prevents sticking.
- Store caramels in an airtight container at room temperature, avoiding humid or warm environments.
- The use of Fireball whiskey adds a unique cinnamon flavor and slight kick; substitute with other cinnamon whiskies or flavored spirits if desired.
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